Samurai Shodown Anthology

by SNK

Product Features

• Six incredible games on one disc
• SAMURAI SHODOWN 6 available for the first time in North America
• Tons of unlockable bonus content material
• Pick-up-and-play, non-stop action
• Wireless Ad-Hoc 2-player support

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001J2SEXI
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 4.1 x 0.6 inches ; 3.2 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: March 24, 2009
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #12,174 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #21 in Video Games > Sony PSP > Action > Fighting

Product Description

Platform: Sony PSP

Amazon.com Product Description

The Samurai Shodown Anthology is a compilation of games from the groundbreaking SNK weapon-based fighting Samurai Shodown series. Celebrate the history of the franchise through the years by battling as one of the greatest Samurai of all time, through six separate adventures in this incredible collection. The collection includes six games from the series including Samurai Shodown I, II, III, IV, V and the never before released in North America Samurai Shodown VI.

Classic weapons-based fighting. View larger.

Diverse cast of playable characters. View larger.

A wealth of special moves. View larger.

Games of the Anthology

	Released in 1993, Samurai Shodown remade the fighting genre by introducing weapons-based combat. With it victory was made possible with a single stroke and the popularity of the genre soared.
	Released in 1994, Samurai Shodown II featured special moves like weapon-breaking and an increased total of 15 playable characters, as the cocky Haohmaru gladly pursues forces that seeks to destroy him.
	Released in 1995, Samurai Shodown III featured a fighting system overhaul that made it possible for players to choose from two sword types, as well as three levels of ability when entering into a duel.
	Released in 1996, Samurai Shodown IV introduced multiple combo elements, such as slashes, sneak attacks and suicides to the fighting system as well as time limits making for more possibilities and ratcheted action.
	Released in 2003, Samurai Shodown V increased the number of playable characters to 24, including four that are entirely new and introduced new features like "Sword Gauge" and "Concentration One."
	Released in 2005, Samurai Shodown VI features 2D and 3D backgrounds, a large cast of playable characters from the entire series and the "spirit select" system, which allows access to fighting styles from the entire series.

Key Game Features:

• Features six incredible Samurai Shodown games (releases 1-6) in one.
• Samurai Shodown 6 available for the first time in North America in this compilation.
• Extensive gallery of unlockable bonus materials; concept art, soundtracks and more.
• Arcade perfect port of each title.
• Pick-up-and-play, nonstop action.
• Local single player and 2-player online wireless Ad-Hoc support.

Product Description

The complete collection of the SAMURAI SHODOWN series, containing 6 games; Samurai Shodown, I, II, III, IV, V, and VI Celebrate the history of SAMURAI SHODOWN by battling as one of the greatest Samurai of all time. Six separate adventures that span across the life of the franchise in this incredible collection.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great Game - If You Can Stand the Load Times, February 23, 2010

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CB - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Samurai Shodown Anthology (Video Game)

Samurai Shodown Anthology is, put simply, basically the reason I bought a PSP; I grew up with the Samurai Shodown games in the arcade and on the SNES, and so it's great to have them in a format I can take with me on the go. I won't debate the merits of each of the six games individually, suffice it to say that they are all enjoyable and a lot of fun.

...Except for Samurai Shodown 5. This game, for whatever reason, suffers not only from inordinately long load times but also from lag during play - at times, the game will just freeze for a few seconds, which can be maddening when you're in the thick of a big fight.

The other problem is that this game, like a number of other PSP games, suffers from lengthy load times when you're choosing or switching between games. They try to make up for this by putting up a "hint" screen showing a character from one of the games and one of their move sequences, but that is only interesting for a little bit.

Now, I don't mean to be negative about this game - I plan to take this with me when I travel and I love the Samurai Shodown franchise. Indeed, this game looks, sounds, and controls beautifully and I have very few complaints about the games overall. Just be aware that, when you buy this, you will endure a lot of waiting when you play it.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Finally..., April 22, 2009

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N. Durham "Big Evil" (Philadelphia, PA) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Samurai Shodown Anthology (Video Game)

With SNK's recent compilation releases of their various franchises, I've been anxiously waiting one featuring the Samurai Shodown games. Well, here we are finally. Samurai Shodown Anthology features Samurai Shodown's I-VI, with Samurai Shodown VI making its first appearance on the PS2 and PSP in North America. The games have been emulated well, and all play just as well as I remember them being. For me personally, Samurai Shodown VI is worth the price of admission alone, featuring a huge roster of fighters and some deep and varied fighting mechanics as well. While it isn't without its flaws and not such a favorite of other fans of the franchise, it's the best of the bunch, and it's good to finally see it make it to our shores on a console. The game isn't without its flaws though, as Samurai Shodown V Special isn't included here, which is a crying shame. Not to mention that the PSP version features some occasional slowdown, and some long load times specifically on Samurai Shodown VI. All that aside though, Samurai Shodown Anthology is a worthwhile collection of a great 2-D fighting franchise that any PSP owning SNK fan should definitely check out.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Might as well get it., April 8, 2009

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Va- Bank (New Jersey) - See all my reviews

= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Samurai Shodown Anthology (Video Game)

I don't think anyone under 25 will like this, but if you loved SS in the arcades back in the day, you'll love this. Yes, the PS2 version does run much better, but if you need this on the go, this is as good as it's going to get. The two problems I have with the PSP version:

1.) Slowdown in 2 of the games on this disc (4 and 5 seem to be the worst offenders)

2.) Long loading times for SSVI.

Some people call them unplayable, but to me these things are a mild annoyance and after playing I still feel satisfied.

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